Alcibiades Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alcibiades Name at a Glance

Name	Alcibiades
Meaning	'The Life of Timon of Athens' A flattering lord, and an Athenian captain.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Alcibiades Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alcibiades means “'The Life of Timon of Athens' A flattering lord, and an Athenian captain”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alcibiades Name Origin

Our database records Alcibiades under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alcibiades a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alcibiades is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alcibiades

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